MARCUS Beal
Huntingdon,Tennessee
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach at Kelloggs, I leveraged project management and critical thinking skills to enhance supply chain efficiency, achieving significant cost reductions. My expertise in vendor management and knack for fostering stakeholder relationships led to streamlined procurement processes and improved project deliverables.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Finished Goods Planner
Kellanova (Kelloggs)
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving costefficiency.
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Procurement Assistant
Kelloggs
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided purchase information to support budget planning, expenditures and financial commitments.
- Organized distribution plans, delivery locations and technical specifications for products / service
- Prepared detailed purchase requisitions and documentation for approval by senior management, expediting the procurement process while maintaining transparency throughout all stages of decisionmaking.
- Monitored payments by closely comparing purchase orders and contracts to delivered services and inputs.
- Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring orders and addressing any delays or discrepancies promptly.
Material Planner
Kelloggs
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Monitored arrivals and prioritized inbound shipments with transportation department.
- Championed the adoption of lean principles within the material planning function, leading to increased efficiency through process standardization and elimination of waste.
- Enhanced supply chain visibility with regular updates on material status, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Reviewed system-generated error reports and manually input order corrections.
- Conducted detailed market analysis to identify trends in raw material pricing, facilitating informed decision-making and risk mitigation efforts.
- Reduced lead times for critical materials by establishing strong relationships with suppliers and streamlining procurement processes.
- Evaluated proposals, negotiated prices and monitored vendor performance against contract terms.
Education
Biology
Completed Course Work At Bethel University
McKenzie, TNJackson State Community College
Jackson, TNHigh School Diploma -
Huntingdon High School
Huntingdon05.2005
Skills
- Project Management
- Data Management
- Customer Focus
- Community Education
- Cost Control
- Communications management
- Materials Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Decision-Making
- Workflow Management
- Scheduling
- Client Relations
- Social Media Promotion
- Vendor Management
Timeline
Finished Goods Planner
Kellanova (Kelloggs)
02.2023 - Current
Procurement Assistant
Kelloggs
05.2021 - 02.2023
Material Planner
Kelloggs
11.2019 - 05.2021
Biology
Completed Course Work At Bethel University
Jackson State Community College
High School Diploma -
Huntingdon High School
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